[blparent] Michael update

Sun Dec 5 04:46:32 UTC 2010

Hi Bran.  Oh yeah, I'm starting to figure that out all too well! *grin* A
couple weeks ago, I took Michael to Ihop and I was holding him in my lap
when the waiter brought my BLT.  I had one arm around him and when I went to
grab my sandwich, I kept wondering why there were loose pieces of bacon on
my plate.  It didn't take long for me to realize he was going after my BLT.
So I put him back in his carseat and he started crying.  I was surprised how
calm I felt in terms of dealing with him crying in public but after I calmed
him down, he fell asleep. When he woke up, he forgot all about the sandwich
and was happy as ever again.  I'm glad I hadn't ordered something like hot
soup or pancakes and syrup.  The little guy sure is fast!  Every day is a
new adventure for us.
Leslie

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Brandy W
Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 9:33 PM
To: 'NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [blparent] Michael update

You may consider always using it on the table, and maybe using the strap to
help him with the boundary of having to lay on his back. It gets better as
does the feeding mess, and just when it is mastered they are in the next
puzzle for you to discover.

Bran

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-----Original Message-----
From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Leslie Hamric
Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 9:22 PM
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Subject: Re: [blparent] Michael update

I have a changing pad as well and use it on the floor sometimes.  However, I
prefer to use the changing table as a rule since that's where all my
supplies are.  It has rails on all 4 sides and a safety strap should I need
to use it.
Leslie

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Jo Elizabeth Pinto
Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 9:15 PM
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Subject: Re: [blparent] Michael update

I have one of those contoured changing pads, and it's great because I don't
have to find room for a piece of furniture just for diapering the baby.  The

pad is vinyl, but I bought the cloth covers for it, so all I have to do when

they need cleaning is take them off and put them in the washing machine.

Jo Elizabeth

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From: "Veronica Smith" <madison_tewe at spinn.net>
Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 7:48 PM
To: "'NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List'" <blparent at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [blparent] Michael update

> I always changed on the floor, but on what was called a changing pad. 
> It was about as big as a bed pillow and curved in the center where the 
> baby lays.
> It, of course, was made of vinyl for easy clean-up. V
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] 
> On Behalf Of Brandy W
> Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 7:21 PM
> To: 'NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List'
> Subject: Re: [blparent] Michael update
>
> Hi, Sounds like he is right on target for his age. First let me ask 
> does he pull himself to standing or require your help. I ask because 
> one of the babies I watch was pulling up long before she could sit and 
> we had to do some extensive work on our part no therapy, but lots of 
> persistence because it began to be dangerous how much she would fall 
> and not land on her bottom, but rather her back. If this is the case I 
> have some ideas for you.
>
> As for the changing: This is just one of the first things in a Childs 
> life where you are the mommy and him the baby. He must be changed and 
> he must learn that he must lay down, and if you have to fight him to 
> do it than go for it. He won't be harmed from fussing and crying 
> throwing mini fits, but he will if he falls or something. Just get the 
> job done quickly and try to be happy and pleasant. Sing, talk and be 
> as quick as you can. If you are changing him on the floor I'd 
> recommend changing that situation to a place only for changing. It is 
> confusing for them to think they can crawl on the floor with you, but 
> changing they must be still. A designated place for changing will help.
>
> Have fun you are at such a fun age!
>
> Bran
>
>
> Give the gift of Fun educational products  this holiday season!
> Brandy Wojcik
> Discovery Toys Educational Consultant and Team Leader 
> www.playtoachieve.com
> Phone: 512) 689-5045
> Ask me about:
> *How you can do what I do and earn money sharing educational toys with 
> the ones you love, *How to earn free Discovery Toys products while 
> having fun with friends, *Order a gift basket for any age
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] 
> On Behalf Of Leslie Hamric
> Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 6:42 PM
> To: 'NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List'
> Subject: [blparent] Michael update
>
> Hi all.  I just wanted to give a quick update on Michael.  He's now 
> standing with support and he can stand when holding onto something.  
> He likes to babble a lot.  We're still working on him sitting without 
> support but he's getting better.  Today was the first time I saw him 
> sit by himself and reach for a toy without toppling over.  I got this 
> play yard for him, it's these gates that are put together in a circle 
> so he has an area to play and roll around and I don't have to be 
> behind him every second.  He also has a little piano which he loves to 
> play.  One concern I have is that Michael is at that age where he's 
> very wiggly when getting changed.  He also likes to roll over on his 
> tummy and I have to keep putting him back on his back.  If I hold him 
> in place, he starts to fuss or cry. Has anyone dealt with this issue 
> before?
> Any suggestions would be appreciated.  As for the feeding, it's going 
> great.
> Besides using an infant feeder, I finally figured out a way to feed 
> Michael with the spoon that works well for both of us.  The only tough 
> part now is making a mess on his clothes.  I use bibs but it's still 
> tough to keep the mess down sometimes.  Well, that's about it.  Take 
> care.
>
> Leslie
>
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